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All posts tagged "pointe"
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336Dance AdviceWhat’s the point of pointe?
Pointe work in ballet is not only beautiful and full of tradition, but it also serves several purposes. #1. Artistic expression Pointe...
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1.3KDance Teacher ResourcesThe history of dancing en pointe
Few things in the ballet world are as magical as pointe shoes. From the excitement of getting your first pair, to the...
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9.8KDance AdviceStarting pointe this year? Here are some essentials
It’s a new school year, with so many new and exciting things to learn! Will you be starting pointe this year? When...
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23.4KDance AdviceMaking the choice to the ‘pointe’: The right age to go en pointe
Every little ballerina dreams about it, and every adult ballerina remembers it: that first time en pointe. On the less magical side...
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15.2KDancer HealthPointe shoes: Will they always hurt??
You waited all this time, took the required amount of classes, worked extra hard on your ballet technique and were finally approved...
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25.5KDancer HealthIs pain a necessary evil for dancing en pointe? Or is there another way?
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of dancing en pointe. For many aspiring young dancers, and even for adults who start dance...
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9.9KDance Teacher ResourcesThe Australian Ballet School presents ‘Pointe Matters’
What is the correct age to start pointe? How do I know if I’m strong enough? Why do I keep getting injuries?...
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17.5KDance Advice8 Ways to Make Pointe Pain-Free
If you’re a professional dancer wearing pointe shoes all day long, you may experience some pain with pointe work. However, it is...
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6.6KDance AdvicePointe Hurts…I Want to Quit!
By Laura Di Orio of Dance Informa. Dance students new to pointe are always excited. They’ve been watching their favorite ballerinas since...
